Kingston, Ontario – September 4, 2024 – Kingston Economic Development Corporation is delighted to reveal the recipients of the second annual Kingston Young Professionals 40 under 40 awards. The 40 outstanding individuals were selected based on their professional achievements, innovative efforts and their ability to lead and inspire. Their contributions, whether in community involvement, entrepreneurship, technology, healthcare, or the creative industries, are proof that Kingston is a place where young talent thrives.
“Kingston’s reputation as a premier destination for business startups and innovation is exemplified by the outstanding achievements of these young professionals,” said Mayor Bryan Paterson. “Their influence on our community is profound, reflecting the supportive and close-knit environment we work hard to foster in our city. By celebrating our top 40 Under 40, I hope we inspire more young talents to pursue their passions and drive our city forward.”
Donna Gillespie, Chief Executive Officer of the Kingston Economic Development Corporation shared, “over 100 nominations were received, and this year’s recipients and nominees have set themselves apart through their professional achievements. The Kingston Young Professionals 40 Under 40 awards highlights the overwhelming source of talent that Kingston attracts and supports, recognizing incredible people living and working in our community.”
Since its relaunch in 2023, the Kingston Young Professionals (KYP) network has brought together young professionals through engaging social events with the opportunity to share knowledge and build the connections that shape the future of Kingston’s professional landscape.
Join Kingston Economic Development honouring Kingston Young Professionals 40 Under 40 recipients at the awards gala on September 18, 6 – 8 pm at the Frontenac Club. For more information and to secure tickets to the event, please visit investkingston.ca/youngprofessionals
The 2024 Kingston Young Professionals 40 Under 40 recipients are:
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Wael Abuzeid
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Kingston Health Sciences Centre
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Sebastian Alamillo-Falkenberg
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RxN Hub
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Adam Allore
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Wavve Boating
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Jennifer Baker
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Jennifer Baker Consulting
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Rachel Baker
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Queen’s University
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Marco Bassendowski
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mb Prototyping Ltd
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Jessica Bredschneider
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St. Lawrence College
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Ian Burns (Rowena Whey)
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Performer/Activist
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Scott Compeau
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BGC South East
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Radford Cowan
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Knifey Spooney
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Marina Darling
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Queen’s University
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Kevin De France
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Queen’s University
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Kaitlyn del Rosario
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Providence Care
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Rachel Doornekamp
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The Inclusive Play Project
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Sophie Anna Felleiter
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Queen’s University
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Gerhard Freundorfer
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Spark at St. Lawrence College
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Liv Halliday
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Benjamin Hotels – BPE Group
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Hesam Hassan Nejad
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Parsam Immigration Services Inc.
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Glenn Hendry
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Pinchin Ltd.
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Lucas Heney
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James Media
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Celine Klein
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Jamstone Productions
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Jenna Knight
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Jenna Knight Strategy Co.
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Ksenia Knyazeva
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Patriam
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Yu Jier Kou
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Kingston Immigration Partnership
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Alanna Kuhn Sauer
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Natural Route Health Inc.
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Morgan Lehtinen
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RxN Hub
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Erica McIlquham
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Queen’s University & Livingston Co
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Jenna Morley
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Loopstra Nixon LLP
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Michele Morningstar
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Queen’s University
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Colin Morris
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Kingston Frameworks
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Rebecca Palmer
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Bayridge Animal Hospital
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Erin Peterson
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Distributive
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Lisa Petrie
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Petrie Ford
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Abdul Razak Jendi
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Kingston Economic Development Corporation
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Holly Ryan
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art by Holly Ryan
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Zach Skolnick
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Doornekamp Construction Ltd.
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Lindsay Stoness
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St. Lawrence College
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Kelsey Tucker
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Providence Care
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Allison Turner
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PnuVax
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Hill Werth
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Slow & Intentional
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Media Contacts:
Daniel Solorio
Marketing & Communications Manager
Kingston Economic Development Corporation
613-329-9270
